CCRAS Launches Three Research Initiatives

The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) launched three research initiatives on 3 July 2026 during its 5th Executive Committee meeting in New Delhi. The meeting was chaired by Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, and the initiatives relate to evidence-based Ayurveda research, scientific writing, and digital access to research resources.

Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences

CCRAS is an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Ayush. It functions as the apex body for research in Ayurveda and coordinates research, standardisation, and documentation in the Indian system of medicine.

Research Methodology Textbook

One initiative was the release of a Research Methodology textbook under the Ayurved Prabodhini Granthamala series. The textbook was prepared by 50 research scientists and faculty members. It aligns with the Outcome-Based Dynamic Curriculum prescribed by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine for postgraduate and doctoral Ayurveda education.

CCRAS PRAYATNA 2026–27 and Digital Ecosystem Dashboard

CCRAS also launched the Expression of Interest for CCRAS PRAYATNA 2026–27, a flagship programme for postgraduate and doctoral Ayurveda scholars. The third initiative was the CCRAS Digital Ecosystem Dashboard, which is linked to digital access to research resources and institutional data.

Important Facts for Exams

• CCRAS stands for Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences.
• The Ministry of Ayush handles Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa and Homoeopathy.
• The National Commission for Indian System of Medicine regulates undergraduate and postgraduate education in Indian systems of medicine.
• Ayurved Prabodhini Granthamala is a publication series associated with Ayurveda learning resources.

Scientific Writing in Ayurveda

Scientific writing in Ayurveda includes research papers, dissertations, monographs, and evidence-based documentation. Postgraduate and doctoral programmes in Ayurveda use research methodology as a core academic component.